transmission line

• Cabo ou estrutura especializada usada para transmitir energia elétrica de uma fonte, como uma usina, até a rede de distribuição ou subestação, geralmente a longas distâncias. Também se refere ao meio físico pelo qual sinais de telecomunicações ou dados são conduzidos.

A specialized cable or structure used to carry electrical energy from a power source, such as a generating station, to a distribution network or substation, typically over long distances.

1. Electrical power lineB2formal

   A specialized cable or structure used to transport electrical energy from power plants to substations or distribution points.

   Linha de transmissão de energia elétrica

   • The high-voltage transmission line carries electricity across the state.
   • Engineers are repairing the damaged transmission line after the storm.
   • New transmission lines are being built to connect remote wind farms to the grid.

2. Data communication channelB2formal

   A physical medium (such as a coaxial cable, fiber optic, or twisted pair) used to transmit signals or data between devices.

   Linha de transmissão

   • The transmission line between the server and the router was damaged.
   • Fiber optic transmission lines offer high-speed internet connections.
   • Data loss can occur if the transmission line is not properly shielded.